On St. Patrick's Day, March 17, Bishop William H. Bullock presided at a Mass and dedication of renovated space at St. Patrick Parish, Madison. Shown during the blessing of the gathering space here are, from left: pastor Fr. William J. Seipp, acolyte and parishioner Bob Agasie, Bullock, master of ceremonies Fr. James R. Bartylla, and Auxiliary George O. Wirz. (Patrick Scullion photo)

St. Patrick Parish:

By Julianne Nornberg
CATHOLIC HERALD STAFF

MADISON -- The atmosphere was one of excitement as people toured the newly renovated parish center at St. Patrick Parish March 17 here.

After seven months of construction, the project, which also included a new 2,000 square-foot narthex where people can gather before and after Mass, was recently completed. With the renovation of the parish the center totaling 10,000 square feet, it was the largest renovation project at the parish since 1958.   Full Story ...

Holy Week liturgies:

MADISON -- All people in the Diocese of Madison are invited to attend the liturgies of Holy Week at St. Raphael Cathedral, 222 W. Main St.

The schedule includes:

• Palm Sunday Mass, Saturday, March 23, 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 24, 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Bishop William H. Bullock will preside at 10 a.m. Mass, which includes solemn procession with palms (aired on WHFA radio, 1240 AM).

• Chrism Mass, Tuesday, March 26, 7:30 p.m., Bishop William H. Bullock, presider; Auxiliary Bishop George O. Wirz and priests of the diocese, concelebrants.

• Holy Thursday, March 28, 5:30 p.m., Mass of the Lord's Supper; Bishop William H. Bullock, presider; collection of food and money taken for the poor.

• Good Friday, March 29, 3 p.m., Celebration of the Lord's Passion; Bishop William H. Bullock, presider; solemn chanting of the Passion according to St. John (aired on WHFA radio, 1240 AM).

• Holy Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., Easter Vigil; Bishop William H. Bullock, presider; music provided by the Cathedral Triduum Choir, brass, and timpani.

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